January 2024 University Catalog with April Addendum

Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Effective January 1, 2016, learners who are seeking BACB certification, must hold a master’s degree in psychology, education, or applied behavior analysis or have a conferred degree with a BACB-approved course sequence.

The Applied Behavior Analysis graduate certificate supplements previous undergraduate or graduate educational experiences and provides learners with a foundational knowledge of major competency areas in the behavior analytic field. The curriculum focuses on ethical and professional conduct; behavior analysis concepts, principles, and research methods; and applied behavior analysis techniques. Upon successful completion of this graduate certificate, learners are prepared to identify behavioral problems through assessment; design, implement, and manage culturally appropriate interventions and treatments; perform effective behavior supervision; and bring about positive change for diverse individuals in a variety of settings.

PSY5260Philosophical Foundations of Behaviorism

5

PSY7709Advanced Concepts in Applied Behavior Analysis

5

PSY7710Ethics in Applied Behavior Analysis

5

PSY7711Measurement and Research in Applied Behavior Analysis

5

PSY7712Behavior Analytic Assessments

5

PSY7713Behavior Analytic Interventions

5

PSY7715Applied Behavior Analysis Capstone

5

PSY7724Organizational Behavior Management: Supervision and Management in Applied Behavior Analysis

5

Total

At least 40 quarter credits

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

This certificate is not accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) or by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Capella University cannot guarantee eligibility for licensure, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. State licensing boards review each applicant's completed education, exam scores, supervised experience, criminal history, and application materials at the time of license application to determine eligibility. For more information, see the professional licensure disclosures for this program on Capella’s website.